Spirituality

Christian Spirituality in later life

The Ascent Movement encourages every member to deepen their own spiritual life, and to see what God is asking of them during their years of retirementRead More

Mission

Older people have a unique Mission

There is a great thirst for God in these troubled times and God challenges each one of us to be His apostle by our serenity and love and words of peace. Often suffering will strengthen us, enabling us to help others. Coupled with prayer it can be a source of healing. Read More

Friendship

Friendship is a key to happiness

By sharing the love of God members share their love for one another. Through discussion and listening, anxieties can be dispelled and joy kindled in the heart. Read More

A Catholic Movement for those in their middle to later years

It is wonderful to meet likeminded men and women within the parish and have the opportunity to share our love of God with each other. The Word of God, prayer, discussion, laughter and a cup of tea make for a very happy meeting.

The Ascent adds a richness and extra dimension to our lives as we share our joys, concerns and sorrows. Spirituality, Mission and Friendship are at the heart of this movement of the Church.

faith

Faith grows when it is lived as an experience of love received and when it is communicated as an experience of grace and joy. It makes us fruitful, because it expands our hearts in hope and enables us to bear life-giving witness: indeed, it opens the hearts and minds of those who listen to respond to the Lord’s invitation to adhere to his word and become his disciples.Apostolic Letter 'Porta Fidei' for The Year of Faith - Pope Benedict X111

Retreats Now the Spring has arrived we can look forward and forget those grey days. There are two retreats to enjoy, one in the South of England at Aylesford in Kent and one in the North of England at The Briery in Yorkshire. Look for details on the Future Events page